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Review
. 2014 May;5(3):295-301.
doi: 10.1016/j.jare.2013.05.002. Epub 2013 May 9.

Prediction models in in vitro fertilization; where are we? A mini review

Laura van Loendersloot  1 , S Repping  1 , P M M Bossuyt  2 , F van der Veen  1 , M van Wely  1
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Review

Prediction models in in vitro fertilization; where are we? A mini review

Laura van Loendersloot et al. J Adv Res. 2014 May.

Abstract

Since the introduction of in vitro fertilization (IVF) in 1978, over five million babies have been born worldwide using IVF. Contrary to the perception of many, IVF does not guarantee success. Almost 50% of couples that start IVF will remain childless, even if they undergo multiple IVF cycles. The decision to start or pursue with IVF is challenging due to the high cost, the burden of the treatment, and the uncertain outcome. In optimal counseling on chances of a pregnancy with IVF, prediction models may play a role, since doctors are not able to correctly predict pregnancy chances. There are three phases of prediction model development: model derivation, model validation, and impact analysis. This review provides an overview on predictive factors in IVF, the available prediction models in IVF and provides key principles that can be used to critically appraise the literature on prediction models in IVF. We will address these points by the three phases of model development.

Keywords: In vitro fertilization; Prediction models; Predictive factors; Pregnancy.

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Three phases of model development.
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